Peaking of World Oil Production: Impacts, Mitigation, and Risk Management. Better known as the "Hirsch Report," this study was prepared for the United States Department of Energy in 2005. It examined the likelihood of imminent Peak Oil and its potential effects, and recommended a set of mitigating actions, stressing that while the problem is unlike other energy crises, it is not insoluble given timely preparation. The recommended time frame to start preparation was 20 years before peak; a 10 year rush transition with moderate impacts is possible with extraordinary efforts from governments, industry and consumers.

Post Carbon Institute: US-based research center conducting research, developing technical tools, educating the public, and organizing leaders to help communities around the world understand and respond to the challenges of fossil fuel depletion and climate change.

Association for the Study of Peak Oil : ASPO is a network of scientists and others, having an interest in determining the date and impact of the peak and decline of the world's production of oil and gas, due to resource constraints.

The Crash Course: on-line course developped by Chris Martenson providing with a baseline understanding of the economy and its links to energy and the environment. Brilliant analysis of the current credit crunch.